© Renars Graudins
© Renars Graudins
100 Francs CFA Polacanthus
1994 year| Copper-nickel | 12.6 g | 32.8 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XAF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.6 g |
| Diameter | 32.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#62271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Polacanthus
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANIMAUX PRÉHISTORIQUES
Polacanthus
1994
Translation: Prehistoric Animals
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Polacanthus coin is a rare and unique coin that features a fossilized dinosaur bone embedded in the coin's design. The fossilized bone is that of a Polacanthus, a herbivorous dinosaur that lived during the Early Cretaceous period, around 140 million years ago. The inclusion of the fossilized bone makes this coin a fascinating piece for collectors and dinosaur enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs CFA (Polacanthus) 1994 coin.
